Poland has announced the reactivation of its embassy in the capital of North Korea, making it the second Western nation, after Sweden, to resume operations that were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This move establishes a crucial channel of communication between Poland, a NATO member state, and North Korea, a close ally of Russia, which has provided troops to fight in Ukraine.
Polish diplomats were present in the North Korean capital this week as part of the efforts to restore the country's diplomatic presence. The visit, described as both technical and political in nature, aims to reinstate a permanent diplomatic presence in North Korea.
The Polish embassy in North Korea was closed in December 2020 following the North Korean authorities' decision to shut down the state border due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This closure rendered the normal functioning of the diplomatic mission impossible, leading to the suspension of activities.
Sweden had already resumed the activities of its mission in North Korea in September, setting the stage for Poland to follow suit. The reactivation of the Polish embassy signifies a significant step in reestablishing diplomatic ties between Poland and North Korea, amidst the backdrop of evolving geopolitical dynamics in the region.
